Our History

1987

Mark Halpern starts a part-time venture called Kitchen Stuff in a 10x10 ft. booth at the Pickering Flea Market. The business
focuses on a few inexpensive ceramics, woodenware gifts and a small assortment of kitchen gadgets.

1989

Kitchen Stuff flea market operation grows to encompass 13 booths.

1993

First store opens at Yonge and Bloor - an 800 sq. ft. space intended as a temporary extension to the flea market operation
during the Christmas season. Three months later, due to the store's exceptional performance, Halpern signs a one-year lease.

1995

The Yonge and Bloor store moves across the street to a 3,200 sq. ft. space and new product offerings are added such as bath,
rugs, drapery, candles and home décor, as well as higher-end brand names. The store is renamed Kitchen Stuff Plus and enjoys
instant success.

1996

The Yonge and Bloor store's excellent reputation quickly leads to the opening of a second store at Yonge and Eglinton, a
4,100 sq. ft. space.

1997

1998

A strong, loyal customer base is established with over 50,000 customers on the store's mailing list.
Recognized by Now Magazine - Readers Poll Award, Best Kitchen Equipment Store.
Consumers Choice Award for Business Excellence - Housewares Store.

2004

Two new locations open within months of each other - a 13,100 sq. ft. box store in Pickering at Brock and Hwy. 401 and a
9,800 sq. ft. box store in Richmond Hill at Yonge and Hwy. 407.
Recognized by XTRA! Magazine - Best of Toronto, Best Kitchen Store.
Recognized by Now Magazine - Readers Poll Award, Best Kitchen Store.
Recognized by Eye Magazine - Toronto's Best Readers Choice Awards, Best Kitchen Gadget Store.